About Us | The Future Perfect (original) (raw)

Our Vision

Every LGBTQIA+ young person feels safe, seen, & celebrated in their home, and community.

Our Mission

The Future Perfect Project is a national arts initiative amplifying the voices of LGBTQIA+ youth across the United States through high-quality creative programming and professional artistic mentorship. By producing and facilitating in-person and remote programs in podcasting, music, creative writing, and more, we provide young people with queer-affirming spaces and professional tools to express themselves authentically, connect with others, and share their vision of a better future for us all, one in which everyone is free to be themselves.

Our Story

"The current generation of queer young people has a lot to teach us about what it means to be fully human—if only we will listen."

Celeste Lecesne, Co-Founder and Artistic Director of The Future Perfect Project

Meet the Team

Celeste Lecesne

(they/them)

Artistic Director

& Co-Founder

Ryan Amador

(he/him)

Executive Director

& Co-Founder

Kiko

(they/them)

Director of Operations

Remembering

Julie Novak

(she/her)

1972–2024

Emma Jayne Seslowsky

(they/she)

Program Director

& Staff Producer

Aliya Jamil

(she/her)

Graphic Design

& Marketing Manager

Myles Tripp

(he/they)

Facilitator

Toria Rainey

(she/they)

Facilitator

Our DEI Statement >>

The Future Perfect Project is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Meet Our Board

Alia Lahlou

(she/her/hers)

Thank You To Our Supporters

for making a world in which LGBTQIA+ youth are safe, seen & celebrated!